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Cheapest return fare
R15 986
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 29/9Tue 6/10
JNB - MDW • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 904
Typical prices: R10 243-R15 599
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/11
JNB - ORD • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between OR Tambo and Chicago. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg R13 839 (return)
Amsterdam (AMS)
Shortest trip • 22h 13m (one-way)
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When to book
2 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 17% price drop
June
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Chicago (JNB-CHI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Chicago

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:15 - 22:44JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MDW Chicago Midway
33h 29m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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17:09 - 19:40MDW  Chicago Midway-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 986Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
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20:15 - 20:56JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 41m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:05 - 19:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 986Virgin Atlantic
Fri, Feb 5 - Fri, Mar 5
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18:50 - 10:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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20:15 - 22:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 10m1 stop Istanbul
R16 276Turkish Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Fri, Mar 5
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22:00 - 11:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 00m1 stop Newark
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11:15 - 18:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 20m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark
R16 308United Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Fri, Mar 5
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22:00 - 14:23JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 23m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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14:00 - 18:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 35m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark
R16 308United Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
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9:45 - 15:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
36h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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20:25 - 8:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R16 437Etihad Airways
Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Oct 8
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9:45 - 15:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
36h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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20:25 - 8:15ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R16 550Etihad Airways
Thu, Jan 28 - Sun, Jan 31
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 18:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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20:15 - 11:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R17 018Turkish Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 21
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20:55 - 15:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:20 - 4:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R17 647Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6
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14:05 - 16:46JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 41m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
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19:20 - 4:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R19 551Qatar Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for OR Tambo to Chicago flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from OR Tambo to Chicago to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Chicago from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually cost between R16 050 and R19 777 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 986 on Virgin Atlantic (Sept 29–Oct 6).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago is February, where tickets cost R15 244 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R22 938 and R20 648 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

To get a below average price on the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

R9 904
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 27% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (4% more expensive on average)
Flight from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Johannesburg to Chicago flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago was R10 001 for a one-way ticket and R15 986 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Johannesburg to Chicago?

    Johannesburg is served by only 1 airport and there are 2 airports in Chicago. You will leave Johannesburg from Johannesburg OR Tambo and you will be arriving in Chicago at one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Johannesburg to Chicago?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Johannesburg to Chicago?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Johannesburg and Chicago, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Johannesburg to Chicago, Etihad Airways or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Johannesburg to Chicago are Etihad Airways and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of R16 814 and an overall rating of 7,3, Etihad Airways is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R18 083 and an overall rating of 7,4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Johannesburg to Chicago?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Johannesburg to Chicago.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Johannesburg to Chicago?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Johannesburg is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Johannesburg to Chicago?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Chicago with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Johannesburg to Chicago?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago from Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Johannesburg (JNB)